Our Story

Building Trust Beyond Numbers

For over two decades, CPA Otene and Associates LLP has been Kenya's trusted partner in audit, governance, tax, and advisory — combining deep local expertise with international standards.

Who We Are

A firm built on trust and a commitment to excellence

CPA Otene and Associates LLP is a distinguished Kenyan professional services firm founded on the principle that audit, governance, and advisory must go beyond compliance to create genuine institutional value.

We serve Kenya's most important institutions — enterprises, government agencies, NGOs, SACCOs, banks, insurance firms, and development organisations — providing advisory that is technically rigorous, practically relevant, and strategically sound.

Our professionals are registered with ICPAK, holders of internationally recognised qualifications, and experienced in applying global standards — ISAs, IFRS, COSO, ISO — to the East African context.

Our Mission

To deliver trusted, independent, and transformative professional services that build institutional confidence, strengthen governance, and create lasting value for organisations across East Africa.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted and respected professional services firm in East Africa — known for our integrity, expertise, and commitment to the public interest.

Our Purpose

Building trust beyond numbers — because we believe that confident, well-governed organisations are the foundation of a prosperous East Africa.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Integrity

We uphold the highest ethical standards in every engagement — our independence is non-negotiable.

Excellence

We apply rigorous professional standards and continuous learning to deliver world-class advisory.

Partnership

We work alongside our clients as long-term partners committed to their institutional success.

Pan-African Vision

We are proudly Kenyan, with the capability and ambition to serve organisations across Africa.

Social Responsibility

We are invested in the growth of Kenyan institutions and the prosperity of the communities we serve.

Our People

Leadership that inspires confidence

Our leadership team brings together decades of professional experience across audit, tax, governance, risk, and advisory — united by a shared commitment to excellence.

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CPA Otene

Managing Partner

CPA(K), MBA, CISA

With over 25 years of professional experience in audit, governance, and advisory, CPA Otene leads the firm's strategic direction and manages key institutional relationships across East Africa.

Audit & AssuranceGovernance AdvisoryPublic Sector
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Director of Tax Advisory

Director, Tax Advisory

CPA(K), LLB, Tax Law Specialist

A tax law expert with extensive experience advising corporates, multinationals, and institutions on Kenyan and East African tax matters including structuring, compliance, and dispute resolution.

Corporate TaxTransfer PricingTax Disputes
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Director, Risk & Governance

Director, Risk & Governance

CPA(K), CRMA, CIA

A governance and risk specialist who has designed enterprise risk frameworks for some of East Africa's largest financial institutions, NGOs, and listed companies.

Enterprise RiskInternal AuditBoard Governance
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Director, IFRS & Advisory

Director, Financial Advisory

CPA(K), CFA, ACCA

Leading the firm's IFRS advisory and financial transactions practice, with deep expertise in complex accounting standards, business valuations, and corporate restructuring.

IFRS AdvisoryValuationsM&A Advisory

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